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Nursing Education (Postgraduate) Master

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The Master of Nursing Education at KIU is a meticulously designed programme aimed at empowering nurses to pursue education-related positions in nursing education.

The Master of Nursing Education at KIU is a meticulously designed programme aimed at empowering nurses to pursue education-related positions in nursing education. The program mainly focuses on developing teaching and curriculum development skills, enabling nurses to train and mentor future generations of nurses or provide continuing education for current nursing staff. This program is accredited and recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and the University Grants Commission (UGC). 

Year One Semester 01 

NUP1101 – Integral Nursing (Holistic Nursing & Global Nursing) – 3 Credits 

NUP1202 – Theoretical and Philosophical Foundations of Nursing – 6 Credits 

NUP1203 – Research Methods and Ethics in Nursing Research – 6 Credits 

 

Year One Semester 02 

NUP1104 – Statistics – 3 Credits 

(Elective – I) NUP1206 – Educational Processes in Nursing – 6 Credits 

(Elective – II) NUP1207 – Project in Nursing Education – 6 Credits 

i) being General Nurses, Nursing Sisters, Chief Nursing Officers, the successful completion of the SLQF Level 6 in the Bachelor of Science Honours in Nursing in any recognized university; or

(ii) the successful completion of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing or SLQF Level 5 in Bachelor of Nursing in any recognized university and successful completion of 30 credit passes in the Nursing Field. as prescribed in the Sri Lanka Qualification Framework (SLQF), and shall adhere to the condition that, the name of qualification shall not have any qualifier or specifications attached to it.

Graduates of the Master of Nursing Education are equipped to lead, innovate, and elevate the standards of nursing practice and education across clinical and academic settings. The program prepares professionals who can shape the next generation of nurses, advancing clinical expertise, and contributing to healthcare research and policy. 

Career opportunities: 

  • Nurse Educator / Clinical Instructor/ Nursing Tutor – Facilitate hands-on clinical training in hospitals, universities, or nursing schools, guiding student nurses and healthcare staff in evidence-based practice. 
  • Lecturer in Nursing– Teach and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate nursing students in higher education institutions, integrating theory with modern clinical applications 
  • Nursing Researcher – Research to inform best practices, contribute to healthcare policy development, and publish findings that shape the future of nursing education and clinical care 
  • Healthcare Education Consultant – Provide expertise in nursing curriculum development, accreditation processes, and educational technology integration within academic or healthcare institutions 
  • Professional Development Roles within ministries of health, nursing councils, or accreditation bodies to influence nursing standards, licensing, and national education frameworks
    Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) – Apply advanced nursing expertise to improve patient outcomes, mentor staff, and lead specialized units such as critical care, paediatrics, or community health 

 

Further Studies:  

  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSc) or Master of Philosophy in Nursing (MPhil) or Doctoral Studies (PhD) in Nursing Education, Clinical Practice, or Health Policy to advance into leadership, academic, or high-level research positions. 
  • Specialized Postgraduate Diplomas or Certificates in areas such as Critical Care Nursing, Nursing Leadership, Education, or Community Health from local or international institutions.
     

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